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2015 Content Braided Lines......................2-9 As a German manufacturer of advantage. On the following Stretch or Elasticity Colour „TOUCH“ 8-Braid....................4 braided and monofilament fish- pages we would like to show you Most braided lines have very low stretch of In the manufacture of a monofilament between 1% and 8% allowing unique and ing lines we draw on over 60 our product range, shed some fishing line, colour pigments are usually „TOUCH DOWN“.....................5 direct control and contact to your bait. Just added to the plastic granules – these years of experience in the devel- light on the fishing line ‘jungle’, „miG“...................................6-7 for predator fishing with modern methods, lines are coloured throug out, and there- opment and production of fishing and help you with CLIMAX lines such as drop shot fishing, a well braided fore have almost no colour run. It is dif- „BR8“......................................8 lines and fibres. Since the intro- to get a little closer to your line is without doubt the best line to use. An ferent for braided lines. The Dyneema® „Superbraid“...........................9 duction of modern technology dream fish. important issue to consider however is that fibre itself is pure white and very chemi- a low-stretch-line means a much higher cally resistant. fishing lines, made of synthetic load on the unit, because each strike goes The surface of this fibre does not absorb Monofilament lines........10-17 fibres since the late 1940s, we A fishing line is braided from at least directly through the rod and reel. It means any colour. The colouring process „MAX Mono“.........................11 have invested our passion, crea- three, and up to eight or 16 fibres. Only that with braided lines it is particularly is thus accomplished by ‘attaching’ tivity and knowledge into every synthetic fibres are used, and depend- important to correctly set the reel brake. the pigments to the surface of the line, „Select“.................................12 ing on the required properties, are com- new product. We were not only Our tip: Because of its low stretch, a braid- and over time this can fade out. Each Speci-Fish lines................14-15 bined with each other – even with wire. ed fishing line is not always the appropri- fisherman has had his own experiences one of the first companies in Essentially, three factors influence the „Special“...............................16 ate choice for every angling method. Every with fishing line colours. Europe to make monofilament characteristics of a braided fishing line: ordinary fishing reel now has a spare spool, There are species of fish, like salmon, „Soft & Strong“.......................17 fishing lines, but in the early the base fibre, the braiding, and the fin- so we recommend filling one spool with a which are more sensitive and other spe- Predatory fish range.......18-19 1990s as the first supplier of ishing/surface treatment. These deter- braid and the other one with a monofila- cies, such as most cyprinids, which are mine the fishing environment, strength ment, so that you are perfectly prepared for „CULT – CARP“................20-25 braided fishing lines we laid the less responsive to colour. Climax braids and suppleness of the line as well as the every situation. are always available in both bright „CULT – CATFISH“...........26-27 foundation for the overwhelming durability, abrasion resistance and of colours and camouflage, so that you triumph of this new fishing line course the price. “Haruna” Sea range...........28-29 are properly prepared for every kind of technology. Diameter angling. “CLIMAX Tools” ..............30-31 Today, anglers expect a lot A precise determination of the diameter of Abrasion Resistance a braided line is almost impossible. This more from their fishing lines. ® An unsealed Dyneema braided line is is because, despite its precise weave and The differences between prod- strong, but quickly opens up its weaves special stretching, it deforms during mea- ucts are often minimal, but with wear. All of our braided lines are suring with a micrometer, while measure- for a specialist fishing tech- sealed and therefore are much more ment of the often ‘non-round’ body using a nique they can be a great resistant to abrasion. In addition, a laser is inaccurate. It is therefore common method has been developed which to show arithmetical approximations on increases the abrasion resistance of the the label for the diameter. For this reason best sealed lines approximately five- we recommend you buy your braided line fold. The lines treated in this way have according to the breaking strain and do been setting the standard throughout the not be fooled by non-verifiable diameter market place for many years for catfish information. or carp rigs. Dyneema® Fibres Braiding We use 100% Dyneema® fibres as the Basically, we distinguish between two basic fibres in all major fishing lines. types of weave – round or symmetrical Weight for weight, this high-strength pol- , and oval or asymmetrical. Also, the yethylene fibre from the Dutch chemicals closeness of the weave, ie. the number group DSM has 15 times more tensile of knots per cm, plays an important strength than steel. With a density of 0.95 role. Climax fishing lines are braided to 0.97 g/cm3 it is lighter than water and in an extremely stable and precise always buoyant. manner to make them highly reliable. 2 „Braided Lines“ The quality of the weave also affects the your line. If there are signs of a roughened information. The linear breaking strain Sealing processes: stretching, thermo-fixation price, because a close weave requires surface and torn individual threads, cut off of a line measures the tensile strength After precise braiding, the surface treat- and sealing. Together, these procedures a slower machine braiding speed. Cur- the damaged piece and replace your rig. without knots. Braided Dyneema® lines ment is above all the most important provide for the excellent casting char- rently the new 8-braided TOUCH sets have a significantly higher linear breaking factor in producing a well braided fish- acteristics, knot strength and abrasion the benchmark for braids – it is perfectly strain than monofilament. On the other ing line. The refining process is probably resistance of Climax lines. smooth, round and feels very supple. Splicing hand, the knot strength of a braid lies the best kept secret of each braiding Thanks to the technique of splicing, espe- partially below 70% of the linear stability, factory. Without giving details, we differ cially hollow braids (eg lead core) can be while a monofilament value can reach up in the production of three major refining Knots & knot strength provided with knotless and flexible loops. to 99% in the knot. What use is the best line when the knot The loose end of line is placed here for rises or even tears? Climax braids are looping and pulled into the interior of the specially treated so that each knot has line. On the production line, the braid a strength of 70% to 90%. Especially pulls itself together and clutches itself so strong stretched, fused and heat sealed tightly that the loop can no longer open. lines often have a much smaller knot See figure. strength. Here are a few knots for braid- ed lines that we can recommend: Breaking strain The breaking strain specified on the label should help the angler to compare different lines with regard to the line diameter and select the right product Care After prolonged use and especially when fishing in salt water, it is advisable to rinse the line with tap water. After drying, you can treat your braid with a fishing line care product. For this we offer CLIMAX Soft and Protector for cleaning & protecting. This cleans even the for himself. To this end, fishing lines of smallest dirt particles all manufacturers are always tested for and covers your line their breaking strain under the same with an effective protec- laboratory conditions. Unfortunately, not tive,non-greasy film. all manufacturers adhere to these prac- Note: Check regularly tices and mislead the buyer with some the first 20 metres of extremely ‘embellished’ breaking strain 3 TOUCH 8 State-of-the-Art fishing braid – Excellence for your success! The brand new TOUCH 8-Braid: By the first touch this phenomenal 8-fibre braid will fascinate you and not let you go! This is what makes this line so much better than other braids: • Straight 8-fibre braid in ultimate perfection and roundness • Most supple surface ever enables incredible casting • Noiseless and frictionless – the new Hi-Tech finish makes your TOUCH fly through the guides • Lowest possible stretch • Direct contact • Available in three colors Ø 0,12 0,14 0,16 0,18 0,20 kg 9,2 11,3 14,2 16,6 19,0 Ø 0,22 0,25 0,28 0,30 kg 21,5 24,0 26,8 29,5 4 TOUCH DOWN TOUCH DOWN – fast sinking braid! • Besides their heavy weight, the new Ø 0,08 0,10 0,14 0,16 0,28 The clever braid „made in Germany” – Downtex fibres also feature abrasion kg 3,0 3,8 4,7 5,6 6,7 fast sinking and a smart rating scale. resistance, suppleness and good knots Dyneema® and extra heavy Downtex fib- for increased casting distance, less wear Ø 0,22 0,25 0,30 res are blended using a special process and less failure. kg 8,5 10,0 14,5 to create this brand new braided line. Climax TOUCH DOWN, a touchdown for TOUCH DOWN braid is extremely ab- ambitious carp and feeder anglers! rasion resistant, features very high knot 10 m 10 m 10 m 10 m 10 m strength and, thanks to its chromatic sca- le, provides precise information on casting distance or water depth.